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Summary: Looking for the phone number for Colinfobur? We've got you covered. Learn more about the Collection Information Bureau and what to do about an old debt that's come back to haunt you.

If you are being pursued for debt by Colinfobur, also known as the Collection Information Bureau, Inc., then you need to know how to call them, how to beat them, and where to send your response. Out of anything that you do, it is essential to send a response to Colinfobur above all.

Although you should not feel pressure to pay the debt right away, you do need to respond. You should also never admit liability for the debt. The information for your response can be found in the summons sent to you by mail. Next, a copy of your “answer” should be filed with the clerk of court, and you should ask for a stamped copy. Finally, you should send the stamped copy certified mail to the lawyer of Colinfobur.

What is a Judgment?

Judgments occur when the court has decided that you owe a debt that you have not paid on. Judgments allow the creditor or debt collector to garnish your wages, or place a lien on your home. Having a judgment against you can also allow your bank account to be frozen, and garnished without your consent.

If you do not respond to a summons for debt, then you will have a default judgment entered against you. Default judgments allow debt collectors to use garnishment at their disposal. If you ignore the original summons for a debt lawsuit from Colinfobur this is what you will need to face.

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How to Find Out Which Debt Collectors You Owe

If you are unsure of who you owe for debt, then you should figure this out as soon as possible. Debt collectors can be a bit sneaky, but you must respond and attempt to settle or clear up your debt as quickly as possible. If not, you may end up getting into deep trouble or gathering more fees.

If you have decided to clear up your debt, or are responding to a lawsuit, then it is the first step in rebuilding a healthy credit score and living a better financial life. Paying off past debt is not as easy as it seems. Going through these steps will take time and effort, but will also pay off in the long run.

Step 1: Get Organized

When it comes to deciding what you owe and if you truly owe it, you must get organized. Although Colinfobur may be suing you for debt, you may not owe the entire debt, and your debt may even be time-barred. To figure out this information, you will need to pull together all of your bills and statements and make some calculations.

Step 2: Get Copies of Your Credit Reports

To figure out your debt and how much you owe, you should obtain copies of your credit report. There are three main bureaus: Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion. You can find a free copy of one of these three credit reports at both annualcreditreport.com. The only catch is you may only download one free copy each year. You can also go to creditkarma.com, which offers two of the three absolutely free. Be sure to review your debts and credit report to see if Colinfobur is on there. If they are not, then you will need to request proof of these debts.

Step 3: Contact Colinfobur

If you have debts that are owed to different creditors you can contact them as well, but you must contact Colinfobur to verify how much they believe you owe. If Colinfobur is unable to do this, then they cannot legally pursue you for the debt.

Step 4: Reconcile Information

Reconcile the information on your credit reports with what you found in your records. This should match what is stated by Colinfobur. Additionally, when Colinfobur has reported your debt to the credit bureau, their contact information will be listed. This will give you the phone number of Colinfobur.

Step 5: Determine Fees

When a debt goes to collection, the agency that acquires your debt may add on extra fees. These are “collection fees” to pay for the process in which it takes to collect on your debt. Although it is legal for a collection agency to charge reasonable fees under the “Fair Debt Collection Practices Act,” there are limits.

Colinfobur must state how much you owe specifically, and how much the fee they are charging. Debt collectors must also always show you proof of your debt. This may be the amount from the original creditor or the difference between the amount you originally owed and how much they now say you owe.

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Where to Get Help With Your Credit Report

If you have many negative items on your credit report you may consider contacting a credit repair agency. This can help you with your debt to Colinfobur, but also with other debts that you might have. There are top-rated credit repair agencies that can offer you ways to figure out your debts and get your credit back on track.

Understanding your credit report is essential. This means you should read as much as you can regarding credit issues and get your credit in shape. This means that the best way to ensure you are fighting Colinfobur effectively is to stay educated. You should be aware of what you owe, and respond when you are served with a summons.

Once you get your credit score back on track, you should try to continue on the path of having a healthy credit score. Try to remember to pay your bills on time each month, and if you get behind on debt, contact the creditor before it becomes too late.

Here's the Phone Number for Colinfobur:

If you are looking to find the phone number for Colinfobur, just remember there are other points of contact as well, such as an address and their website.

Phone Number

800-231-3514
800-841-3065

Address

202 North Federal Highway

Lake Worth, FL 33460

Website

Cibflorida.com

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